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• Re: Power steering rack
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Mon, 19 Apr 2021 08:07:26 -0400
  ...Part of the problem with rebuilds is that >> many are worn beyond what a seal kit will fix. While it is out consider >> getting...
• Re: Correction-Vw dealer engine conversions
  Historical mailing list - Road Camper
  Tue, 28 Aug 2001 15:56:07 -0700
  ...aggressive dealer campaign marketing his kit because of the situation with the engine cores. He said Cummins rebuilds them for VWoNA. Still a good...
• Re: air cooled ignition distributor questions
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Mon, 23 Mar 2009 22:41:32 -0700
  ...for things to look at? > > Also, any recommendations on rebuild kits or diy setups? Rebuild > services? > Replacement options etc.? > > Top priority will be ending...
• Re: Need some assistance to see if my mechanic is overcharging me...
  Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
  Fri, 17 Jul 2009 08:04:55 -0700
  ...It took him several months to complete the rebuild with >> all the parts I ordered from Van-Cafe (over 2K in parts). He was...
• Re: Gaskelet leak and overheating
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Tue, 9 Jul 2024 12:23:30 -0400
  ...You can confirm with a block test kit to check for combustion gas in coolant. Sadly I encountered this and an currently rebuilding my...
• Our warranty WAS: RE: Boston Bob engines - Use caution
  Historical mailing list - Bostig Eng
  Wed, 17 Jan 2007 02:15:34 -0500
  ...This is also important, because total reliability is negatively impacted by any rebuild, rebuilds will never be as good as a factory engine no...
• FW: 1 Tristar & 1 Special Syncro FS READ!!!!!
  Historical mailing list - Carrington, Tom
  Thu, 10 Aug 2000 10:47:41 -0400
  ...Sony MD Player Weekender Rear seat (folds down) 2 inch lift kit Autotech rebuildavle Muffler system. Over 50K invested, all Reciepts. Asking price, $28...
• Re: bus depot probs?
  Historical mailing list - Randy Charrette
  Wed, 24 Apr 2002 03:21:54 +0000
  ...DIV>&gt; &gt; gasket kit while back, got the heads last friday (came directly from <DIV></DIV>&gt; &gt; rebuilder), NO GASKETS (coming from...
• Re: vanagon Digest Huffer motor post
  Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
  Fri, 18 May 2007 10:24:10 -0700
  ...I will have to do some further research, but I've seen mention of aftermarket kits and parts available for 1.8L Turbo VW...
• Re: Need some assistance to see if my mechanic is overcharging me...
  Historical mailing list - Robert Stewart
  Sun, 19 Jul 2009 20:31:16 -0400
  ...he had to take a job rebuilding truck engines just to make some cash. I really feel horrible for him. He is still going...
• Re: clutch chatter
  Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
  Fri, 28 Mar 2014 11:32:37 -0500
  ...None of them > > lists a "heavy duty" clutch disk, in kit form or separately. The Vanagain > > Luk kit does not include a pilot bearing...
• Re: [Friday] Bolts -- Rockwell hardness translate to grade?
  Historical mailing list - Kim Brennan
  Fri, 8 Jul 2011 00:37:08 -0400
  ...Very cool. > > I just went to refresh the critical parts on the jack with ones from Hi > Lift's jack rebuild kit, but the...
• Re: Engine Replacement Options (crud...)
  Historical mailing list - Ben Cichowski
  Mon, 11 Aug 2008 10:57:49 -0500
  ...cost > 1800-2800 plus my labor > > 2) used 2.2, smallcar parts kit. I have a neighbor with a 92 legacy > that could part...
• Re: Tiico Engine Questions
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Thu, 8 May 2003 13:48:49 -0600
  ...Basically, the engine duiring rebuild is highly refined, as in "Racing Engine" refined, but it is not worked like a racing engine, therefore it...
• Re: head gaskets
  Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
  Fri, 18 Dec 2009 09:41:20 -0500
  ...If the heads check out OK, then you only > need a head gasket kit. I've done it several times. Almost no need to...
• Re: WBX Recommendations Sought
  Historical mailing list - John Schwartz
  Thu, 29 May 2014 10:44:11 -0700
  ...Go Westy 2.2 kit: $1300 (plus $750 core charge, $450 not refundable for the 1.9 rods and crank that I have) Go...
• Re: lifters for new engine?
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Sun, 23 Mar 2003 10:43:40 -0600
  ...If you've ever had any bikes you probably got some with the tool kits. They seem to have the right curve or deflection...
• Re: 87 Westy 2WD -- only reverse gear in automatic transmission works
  Historical mailing list - Rick Cooper
  Sun, 7 Dec 2014 09:04:09 -0800
  ...The standard rebuild kit doesn't >>>>> quite have everything you need, so you need to make a comprehensive list. >>>>> >>>>> Alternately, you could get a...
• Re: Gaskelet leak and overheating
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Tue, 9 Jul 2024 12:24:20 -0400
  ...You can confirm with a block test kit to check for combustion gas in coolant. Sadly I encountered this and an currently rebuilding my...
• Re: 1700CC reinstall
  Historical mailing list - David Schwarze
  Mon, 17 Oct 94 8:51:40 PDT
  Dan MacMillan writes: > > Hey all - We've been putting my sister's 1700 type IV back together after > replacing the heads with rebuilds, and...
• Re: 87 Westy 2WD -- only reverse gear in automatic transmission works
  Historical mailing list - Robert Fisher
  Sun, 7 Dec 2014 12:22:01 -0400
  ...The standard rebuild kit doesn't >>>> quite have everything you need, so you need to make a comprehensive list. >>>> >>>> Alternately, you could get a...
• Re: Westy sliding windows.
  Historical mailing list - Jim. Felder
  Wed, 20 Jun 2018 21:25:33 -0500
  ...noise. > >>>>>>> > >>>>>>> Mark > >>>>>>> > >>>>>>> > >>>>>>> > >>>>>>> Ralph Meyermann wrote: > >>>>>>> > >>>>>>>> I have heard rumors of rebuild/seal kits for the sliding windows > on > >>>>>>>> westys? > >>>>>>>> Any truth to that? Thanks...
• Re: Bostig engine coming... My 2.1L for sale in Philadelphia, PA
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Sat, 31 Dec 2011 13:07:29 -0800
  ...long way. they are always valuable as a core engine too. Rebuilders want them. Scott www.turbovans.com ----- Original Message ----- From: "Old Volks Home...
• Re: vanagon shifter bound???
  Historical mailing list - Max Wellhouse
  Tue, 28 Feb 2006 16:49:03 -0600
  ...Is >>>this right? >>> >>>Rebuild kits don't seem to be too available...Bus Depot shows one for a >>>bit less than $100 but I...
• 1.8T conversions
  Historical mailing list - Dave Bayer
  Fri, 21 Jan 2000 19:07:33 -0800
  ...These might work fine with the fast forward kits, but it doesn't appear that either intake manifold will fit under the deck lid...
• Re: Oil Drain Plug Options
  Historical mailing list - Dave Katsuki
  Mon, 19 Aug 2002 11:25:12 -0400
  My current engine (VW rebuild) came with a thread insert (not helicoil) in the oil drain that leaked and never felt like it would...
• Re: Bostig engine coming... My 2.1L for sale in Philadelphia, PA
  Historical mailing list - Old Volks Home
  Sat, 31 Dec 2011 11:30:22 -0800
  ...The guys at Bostig are great to work >> with and their kit rocks. >> �> Date: Sat, 31 Dec 2011 07:25:52 -0500 >> > From: hhoffman...
• Re: Sob!! $ob!!
  Historical mailing list - David Schwarze
  Thu, 4 Aug 94 15:00:23 PDT
  ...rebuild mine for $35 apiece because it's the $hafts that > need to be rebuilt, and that can't be done with a kit...
• Re: broken vanagon..whats it worth?
  Historical mailing list - Laurence Smith
  Sun, 15 Feb 2004 11:00:21 -0500
  ...broken vanagon..whats it worth? > > > > > > 86 weekender....body is in good shape....very small amount > > of seam rust > > clean interior....someone put a kitchenette...
• Re: User Input: Oval's Motorsport Rebuilt Engines
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Tue, 3 May 2016 17:17:03 -0400
  ...I'd like to rebuild a spare 2.1 WBX partly to gain knowledge, but mostly to see if I can do it. I...
• Re: Rebuilding manual steering rack?
  Historical mailing list - Kenneth Wilford
  Sat, 5 Apr 2008 11:27:04 -0400
  ...There are no rebuild parts available or listed in the ETKA for the manual rack. Not sure if a new manual rack is available...
• lots of leftovers for sale
  Historical mailing list - Martin Peitz
  Thu, 21 Jan 1999 21:44:13 -0600
  ...boot kits, org., $20 inside, $30 outside Syncro, front differential, VC seems too stiff, $250 Syncro starter, used for two month, Bosch rebuild, $150...
• Re: GoWesty2.3--how do you like it?
  Historical mailing list - craig cowan
  Thu, 11 Dec 2008 18:36:21 -0500
  I'm told that the Tiico kit's engine was of south african origin, and NOT the same as a US built block. The...
• Re: Front Suspension Lifespan
  Historical mailing list - Richard Koerner
  Wed, 13 Mar 2019 01:26:40 +0000
  ...Also went with the GoWesty big brake and hub kit. This will go with the Van Cafe 16" Carrot wheels and AT Grabbers. Looking...
• Re: d24t volkswagen diesel
  Historical mailing list - Robert Stevens
  Sun, 31 Jul 2011 21:14:02 -0600
  ...what's normal smokiness for this engine? its about 5k out from rebuild and ran hot when it was early in breakin and seems...
• Re: Some Engine Conversions (fomerly "TO WATERBOXER OR NOT"??)
  Historical mailing list - Robert Lilley
  Mon, 10 Jan 2000 09:22:33 EST
  ...I need to get the short shift kit from Gene Berg to improve my shifting I have built the engine around my driving habits...
• Re: Our warranty WAS: RE: Boston Bob engines - Use caution
  Historical mailing list - -------------
  Wed, 17 Jan 2007 08:01:35 -0500
  ...This is also important, because >total reliability is negatively impacted by any rebuild, rebuilds will never >be as good as a factory engine no...
• Re: Is this the right caliper?
  Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
  Sun, 21 Mar 2010 15:42:20 -0700
  ...http://www.van-cafe.com/home/van/page_760_629/big_brake_kit..html On Sun, Mar 21, 2010 at 3:33 PM, neil...
• Re: rebuilding shifter linkage
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 19 Feb 2025 11:20:16 +0000
  ...I'm calling this project complete, I'm happy with the shifting and like how the GW quick shift kit reduces the travel of...
• Bigmotors, etc.
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 12 Apr 94 20:37:14 EDT
  ...He has kits to put 911 motors into Vanagon. He also has a neat grill guard for Vanagon and some other neat stuff. There...
• Re: How to remove the ....
  Historical mailing list - Abel Longoria
  Sat, 26 Apr 2014 22:22:43 -0500
  ...has the decals for the monitor plate as well as a rebuild kit for > it: > http://www.gowesty.com/ec_view_details.php?id...
• Re: rebuilding shifter linkage
  Historical mailing list - Richard Koerner
  Sat, 15 Feb 2025 00:04:42 +0000
  ...11:18 AM, Mark McCulley <mark@markmcculley.com> wrote: > > I was rebuilding the shifter linkage due to worn bushings. > > I'm not feeling any...
• Re: Rebuild is done, Van is running, now what?
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Wed, 25 Jan 2006 14:52:24 -0600
  ...to make sure everything is OK? I have a oil >pressure kit from volks cafe lined up and will be installed hopefully next >week...
• Re: Engine Replacement Options
  Historical mailing list - B Feddish
  Mon, 11 Aug 2008 12:13:17 -0400
  ...1) rebuilt wbx motor, I know bus depot has them available but I am unsure about their rebuilder even after speaking with them on...
• Re: Maybe I've got this "deck height" issue solved
  Historical mailing list - John Reynolds
  Sun, 9 May 1999 21:49:56 EDT
  ...Now in fact the AMC heads come with a .050-.060 ledge cut to do the same and AVP rebuilds their heads with a...
• Re: worm type fuel line clamps
  Historical mailing list - Ken Wilford
  Tue, 23 Mar 2010 14:15:32 -0400
  ...If we used the clamps that GW puts in it's kits we could sell our kits for much less, however I want to...
• Re: E15 fuel? Long term fuel storage!
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Thu, 27 Dec 2012 15:02:11 -0500
  ...Anyone experienced with cars during the 60's and 70's knows how to rebuild (clean) carburetors. Gum, varnishes, and that nasty white crystal...
• Vanago Stuff to sell
  Historical mailing list - Jonce Fancher
  Sat, 17 Apr 2010 14:23:01 -0400
  ...complete everything to put back together less exhaust and rebuild kit and motor will run again $ 100.00 3) Rear bench seat in Lt...
• Re: trying to locate VW automatic transmission seals
  Historical mailing list - W Monk
  Fri, 6 Nov 2009 15:09:51 -0500
  ...I know a few guys out there have better access to rebuilder suppliers. > > Thanks Dan in NY > > > > These 2 most importantly. > > Seal, torque converter...
• Re: how to thank my mechanic?
  Historical mailing list - Max/Joyce Wellhouse
  Wed, 15 Jul 1998 15:48:03 -0500
  ...I can't use anymore(marketable stuff!), spare gaskets from a rebuild kit, or a cool looking miniature VW toy car for the offie...
• Re: d24t volkswagen diesel
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Sun, 31 Jul 2011 20:31:47 -0700
  ...man did that tired thing smoke !! if it's 5K on a rebuild and it smokes much .. and it runs hot under load .. like...
• Re: 87 Westy 2WD -- only reverse gear in automatic transmission works
  Historical mailing list - Rick Cooper
  Sun, 7 Dec 2014 18:22:35 -0800
  ...The standard > >>>>> rebuild kit doesn't quite have everything you need, so you need to > make a comprehensive list. > >>>>> > >>>>> Alternately, you could get a...
• tool list
  Historical mailing list - armando guzman
  Tue, 20 May 2003 21:36:22 -0700
  ...The next weekend I brought the >>rebuild kit and all the seals and he put it back together in no time at >>all. >> I...
• Re: power steering rack leak
  Historical mailing list - Richard Koerner
  Mon, 19 Apr 2010 19:37:13 -0700
  ...IIRC, BusDepot.com has kits. Probably about $65. I can't remember. Rebuilt racks are not that pricey though. About $200-$400 depending on...
• Re: leaking heads
  Historical mailing list - Alan Pickersgill
  Fri, 17 Dec 1999 23:04:02 -0500
  ...It also assumes that the heads are in good enough condition to be reused and that what you need is a gasket kit and...
• Re: ECU Chip Upgrade Info.
  Historical mailing list - Mark Rokus
  Sat, 1 Aug 1998 14:29:33 -0400
  ...My Vanagons are daily drivers and I don't care to be doing a rebuild annually. When I broke my beetle, I could just...
• Re: Considering I4 swap: 1.8 89 Golf vs. 1.8 VW Fox (90?)
  Historical mailing list - M.R. Nimmo
  Fri, 27 Jul 2001 20:39:06 -0700
  ...Eventually bought other books, or all the books pertaining to 1600, and tackled two full rebuilds (a friend and my own). So what do...
• Re: SOLD: Vanagon AT
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Sun, 13 Mar 2011 15:54:16 -0700
  ...Vanagon AT Sold the slushbox and rebuild kit. Got to meet Larry A and check out the AT Suby Vanagon he pilots. I am...
• Re: Power steering
  Historical mailing list - Jay L Snyder
  Tue, 25 Jun 2002 16:11:20 -0400
  ...If yours has'nt been re-built already you might be able to use a rebuild kit sold by one of the vendors. Otherwise...
• Re: Engine Replacement Options
  Historical mailing list - neil N
  Mon, 11 Aug 2008 11:34:48 -0700
  ...And this is the POV of a first timer and just my .02 >> >> Buying a used turnkey engine, or install kits, will save time...